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There are other benefits, too: • Transmission—The 20-speed transmis- sion on a Bullard is very expensive and time-consuming to repair, with oc- casional difficulty finding replacement parts for the gears, shafts, bearings and clutch/brake. But CPS converts that old 20-speed hydraulic actuation system into a 2-range electrically activated shifter with an A/C drive and motor. A specially designed through-the-chuck encoder system provides accurate chuck rpm feedback. The changes mean any future repairs for the Elec-trol will be quick and far less expensive.
• Feed bracket—The feed-bracket system with its very expensive VD/CD pumps, the constantly running noisy power-take-off shafts, associated leaking hydraulics and
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complex switching system is replaced by a servo- driven, zero-backlash, ballscrew system. This results in improved accuracy and digital read-outs replace the old dial-movement system.
• Workplace quality—Aside from being a quieter machine, significantly reduced oil-misting maintains a cleaner air quality in the shop along with lower operating temperatures. Due to the redesigned and reduced hydraulic system there is also less potential for leaking.
• Ergonomics—The new control pendant provides the same functionality as the old one but it offers a signifi- cant improvement in operator ergonomics due a weight reduction of 80%. The trigger also requires 50% less finger force, reducing carpal tunnel risks.
• Carbon footprint—Aside from the energy savings already mentioned, the new spindle motor is a high- efficiency motor unlike the original 20- to 30-year- old motor.
• Production versatility—The “Elec-trol” is a machine with digital readouts, faster and better controlled axis movement and with on-the-fly increment table rpm change capability allowing controlled feed rates. This improves quality of cut and tool life. The ballscrew zero-backlash gearbox system and linear scales pro- vide better accuracy.
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